Evolution of Identity Governance: Navigating the World of Agentic Systems
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In this riveting IBM Technology video, we embark on a thrilling journey through the evolution of identity governance, from the ancient days of the 1960s to the cutting-edge era of agentic systems. Picture this: people storing files on mainframes, pondering questions like "Who am I?" and "What am I trying to store?" Fast forward to the '70s and '80s, where databases and applications sprouted like mushrooms after rain, flooding the network with data, systems, and users. The need to provision users, authenticate them, and manage their access became paramount in this digital jungle.
But hold on to your seats, because the real excitement begins with the emergence of agents within our systems. These agents, dynamic entities with complex handoffs and interactions, are revolutionizing the game. Unlike our traditional deterministic process flows, these agents operate in a dynamic, unstructured manner, navigating through intricate webs of data and systems. Their adaptability allows them to make on-the-fly decisions, autonomously choosing their path within defined parameters. It's a high-stakes game of governance to ensure these agents don't go all "HAL 9000" on us.
To govern these enigmatic agents effectively, a strategic approach is crucial. From establishing unique identities to implementing context-aware and ephemeral access controls, every move counts in this high-octane world of agentic systems. Segmentation and isolation play a key role in limiting an agent's scope of operation, reducing the risk of a catastrophic breach. Observability is the final piece of the puzzle, providing transparency into the actions of these agents and keeping us audit-ready at all times. Buckle up, folks, because the future of identity governance is here, and it's a wild ride into the unknown.
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